Anyone own an E-Type Jaguar?

[Dinorius_Redundicus]

I want to model a 1966 vintage 2-seater 4.2L e-type Jaguar, but can't find a suitable set of photos to use as textures.

If you happen to own one of those beasts, or see one in your neighbourhood that you would be prepared to take photos of, could you please PM me?

~ Deane

 

[Gandalf0444]

I don't have that exact type of Jag, but I do have access to a different type of Jag if you are interested. As well as a Acura and 2 types of Jeeps, this is of course if you are interested.

 

[Mike10]

This could be a good place to ask: http://www.jag-lovers.org/

I've spent waaay too much money on old Jags over the years but never had an E-type unfortunately. And don't have a Jag at all now :'(

Mike.

 

[Dinorius_Redundicus]

No it has to be a Jag of the type I described. I'm doing this as a thank you for Epoch3bis4, so I want to meet his request as closely as possible.

It's really proved impossible so far to get a set of pics of the same vehicle from all angles, and to have such consistent lighting that all surfaces have similar brightness, while at the same time not having unfortunate reflections. Normally Jag owners have them in a highly polished state, so reflections are a real problem. Jalopnik.com has some from all the angles, but the shadows, reflections and glare ruin some of the vital views.

http://jalopnik.com/397925/1966-jaguar-e+type-with-bonus-british-car-poll

And don't get me started on how difficult it is to reproduce that sexy Jag shape..

 

[deeelare]

Deane ,

Don't have a Jag , but I do have a 1929 Ford , model A pickup . It has not been restored , and I believe it might be something you would want to do someday . I have seen your work and would be honored to see it on the DLS . I know there is one or two there now , but your work is top notch .
Keep me in mind for the future , I can supply any photos .

Continue your great creations and hope someone supplies pictures of the Jag , and someday maybe I'll see my little 'A' on the DLS !

--- ,dave

 

[Mike10]

When you insure a classic car on an agreed value policy you have to send them a lot of pictures. Front, back, sides, top, interior, engine... and so on.

I would bet just about every E-Type owner on that forum I linked to has a set of pics like that.

Failing that, when and where is your next Jaguar owners club show? Then you can take your own pictures. Again I'd bet that owners would be more than happy for you to photograph their car.

Mike.

 

[motorbreath]

This may or may not be good enough. I think the '61 through '68 looked about the same just from what I could tell while searching for some good pics. I also discovered theblueprints.com, and carfolio which have some dimensions. I didn't register with the blueprint site, but it looks pretty useful.
http://wholesalecalifornia.com/64_red_xke.html

 

[Johnk]

I know it's not a 66 model but I took photos of this one recently. If anyone wants them, let me know

 

[ColPrice2002]

Mike:-

When you insure a classic car on an agreed value policy you have to send them a lot of pictures. Front, back, sides, top, interior, engine... and so on.

All I needed was one front, one back (showing number plates)....

I don't suppose that one of the plastic models would be useful?
http://www.modelzone.co.uk/haynes_etype_jaguar_plastic_model_kit-details.htm

You could paint it any matt colour and you can adjust the lighting to get an even illumination.

Colin

 

[sleinous]

No it has to be a Jag of the type I described. I'm doing this as a thank you for Epoch3bis4, so I want to meet his request as closely as possible.

It's really proved impossible so far to get a set of pics of the same vehicle from all angles, and to have such consistent lighting that all surfaces have similar brightness, while at the same time not having unfortunate reflections. Normally Jag owners have them in a highly polished state, so reflections are a real problem. Jalopnik.com has some from all the angles, but the shadows, reflections and glare ruin some of the vital views.

http://jalopnik.com/397925/1966-jaguar-e+type-with-bonus-british-car-poll

And don't get me started on how difficult it is to reproduce that sexy Jag shape..

You could try borrowing the TDU E-Type jag No reflections there! haha.

 

[jadebullet]

Okay, I am going to have to call my stepdad on this one. One of his customers has a 1966 E type, so I might be able to ablige you, though it might take a while depending on where it is at the moment.

 

[AJ_Fox]

Correct me if I am wrong but are you looking for an XKE either convertible or hardback?

Cheers

AJ

 

[Electro]

Hi Deane

Something like this ? ?

Only problem is the body is 2318 polys
all up 9811 polys abit hard to lower it, unless i want to lose the shape

Poul

 

[Johnk]

I found this on the Trainz Resources Directory web site:

Link

it's a great place for Trainz resources

It's a paper model but the quality should be good enough to get front, sides and back. it looks like 66.

here's a drawing if you need one. I think it's 66 or 67

 

[Dinorius_Redundicus]

Correct me if I am wrong but are you looking for an XKE either convertible or hardback?

Cheers

AJ

A hardtop, like the one on the jalopnik site in my first post.

Thanks guys for the many responses so far.

 

[Dinorius_Redundicus]

Hi Deane

Something like this ? ?
Only problem is the body is 2318 polys
all up 9811 polys a bit hard to lower it, unless i want to lose the shape

Poul

Wow, keep going with that.

My attempt so far is 800 polys, no wheels added yet. But it looks like crap in so many ways. The images from different pictures just don't go together seamlessly. I'm almost a shamed to reveal this, but just want to show you what strife I'm having.

 

[Electro]

:wave: Deane
If you are useing Gmax i'll send a copy over for you to play with and release when you are happy waiting for me to release it ( could be never ) :hehe:

Oh Son would like to know if he sends pic's can you do his rust bucket for Trainz ? ? he don't like my Sport's cars

 

[Mike10]

My attempt so far is 800 polys, no wheels added yet.

That looks like a 2+2, which had a higher roofline.

The 2+2 was introduced in '66 I believe and is the only difference between any of the series 1 E-Types. (The 3.8 and 4.2 were identical apart from the engine and badges)

Mike.

 

[Snowhill]

I think a lot of these jags would be in British Racing Green... Quite a few hard tops were used in saloon car racing...

 

[ColPrice2002]

Hi,

Strangely, most of the ones I remember were the Ferrari Red.... (OK, Jaguar called it a different colour!)

As Mike says, there was the original 2 seater, then the 2+2 (higher roofline & upholstered shelf behind the front seats for a couple of midgets (poeple - not the cars!).

the 2+2 (IMO) spoilt the roofline & body line for very little benefit (the windscreen was taller and more vertical - the roof line - such as it was - too high.)

The hardtop (as per JohnK) was a different bodyshape.

IIRC the bonnet was one piece - yes - all of it! That makes the modelling difficult because it's all curves that blend one into another....

Colin